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Exped sleeping pads are on the expensive side, and we didn’t understand why until we actually used one. They’re miles ahead of every other model we’ve tested for car camping, and cheaper inflatable air beds and even some of the more lauded models on Amazon don’t come anywhere close in terms of comfort. Because they’re so good, they don’t really go on sale that often, but the brand’s best model just got a rare discount during REI’s Labor Day sale.
The Exped MegaMat Duo Sleeping Pad is 25% off until the sale ends on Sep. 1 in three sizes: The Medium Duo is down to $277, the Long Wide-Plus Duo is $315 now, and the Queen size—the one we use—is now $390. It’s also available in a twin model for as low as $180. These sleeping pads might fetch a premium, but the results are leaps and bounds beyond anything else not designed for backpacking—the tech is just so good.
Exped MegaMat Duo Sleeping Pad, Queen, $390 (was $520) at REI
This MegaMat sleeping pad is a 4-inch-thick, two-person insulated mattress that’ll help you get a great night’s sleep while camping. It’s built with open-cell polyurethane foam in an “air core channel” design that traps heat effectively, preventing the ground from absorbing all your warmth. Its 3D vertical sidewall construction makes the edges sturdy, so they don’t sag under your weight, and you get a more usable sleep area. It’s also super tough, thanks to its 75-denier polyester sidewalls and bottom. Inflating it is a cinch: The MegaMat’s innovative FlatValve automatically inflates the pad when opened, and an included Top-Up Pump allows you to fine-tune the firmness to your liking. Dual deflate valves help you pack it up quickly, and you can toss it in the included stuff sack for easy storage.
REI shoppers have lots of good things to say about the MegaMat Duo, and several noted it’s a standout compared to the competition. “This is, by far, the most comfortable sleeping pad I’ve ever slept on,” said one. “Absolute game changer to the quality of sleep you will receive.”
Exped MegaMat Duo Sleeping Pad, Medium, $277 (was $370) at REI
Another shopper agreed, calling it the “most comfortable camping sleep I’ve ever had.” They also noted it “has great insulation against the cold ground and is just incredibly comfortable.”
Comfortable, warm, and easy to use, the Exped MegaMat Duo will totally transform the way you sleep at camp, and it also makes a great spare bed for use in your home, too. Don’t go another night of tossing and turning in your tent—grab this sought-after sleeping pad at a sweet 25% discount before it’s gone.
